Northwest Bible Church - Sept. 26, 2021 - 1 Peter - Alan Conner

1 Peter 3:8-12

Living in Harmony

Intro

A. CONDUCT IN TIMES OF CONFLICT (1 Peter 3:8-9).

1. General characteristics of believers (1 Peter 3:8).

a. Harmonious -

b. Sympathetic -

c. Brotherly love -

d. Kindhearted/compassionate -

e. Humble in spirit/mind -

1. Specific responses when mistreated (1 Peter 3:9).

a. Don’t return evil for evil, or insult for insult.

b. Give a blessing instead.

B. THE GUIDANCE OF PSALMS FOR THE GOOD LIFE (1 Peter 3:10-12).

1. Desiring life and good days (1 Peter 3:10).

2. Requirements for the good life (1 Peter 3:10b-11).

a. Control the tongue (1 Peter 3:10).

b. Turn away from evil, do good (1 Peter 3:11).

c. Seek peace (1 Peter 3:11).

1. The favor and disfavor of the Lord (1 Peter 3:12).

Conclusion